Comparative and Decolonial Studies in Philosophy of Education

This book introduces the educational philosophies of notable African and Asian thinkers who tend to be little recognized in Europe and North America. It offers specific resources for diversification of higher education curricula. The book expands the philosophy of education, in clear language, to include ideas of major non-western educational thinkers who are little discussed in previous publications. It includes critical analysis of non-western concepts and consideration of their relevance to schools worldwide. The book features discussions of how the work of Tagore and postcolonial thinkers offers diverse visions that increasingly inspire a decolonizing approach to education. This book offers a unique emphasis on how a decolonized philosophy of education can especially enable a rethinking of approaches to education in arts and humanities subjects.

Format: Hardback
Length: 188 pages
Publication date: 19 March 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This captivating book delves into the educational philosophies of notable African and Asian thinkers, often overlooked in Europe and North America. It provides invaluable resources for diversifying higher education curricula, offering a fresh perspective on the philosophy of education. By expanding the scope of educational thought to include ideas from major non-western educational thinkers, the book offers a critical analysis of non-western concepts and their potential applications in schools across the globe. It explores how the works of renowned figures such as Rabindranath Tagore and postcolonial thinkers offer diverse visions that inspire a decolonizing approach to education.

Furthermore, the book highlights the unique role of a decolonized philosophy of education in reimagining approaches to education in arts and humanities subjects. It sheds light on the ways in which these disciplines have been shaped by colonialism and imperialism and proposes strategies for decolonizing the curriculum and promoting a more inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Through its comprehensive and thought-provoking approach, this book serves as a valuable resource for educators, policymakers, and anyone interested in exploring the intersection of education, philosophy, and social justice. It encourages readers to challenge traditional notions of education and embrace a more inclusive and transformative vision for the future.

Weight: 477g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789819901388
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023